Let's start saluting the flag

U.S. veterans may now salute the flag, thanks to the efforts of U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Okla. Inhofe's Senate bill 1877 passed by unanimous consent, clarifying U.S. law to allow veterans and servicemen not in uniform to salute the flag. That provision was included in the authorization act of 2008 signed by President George W. Bush.

I look forward to seeing those who have served saluting proudly at baseball games, parades and formal events. I believe this is an appropriate way to honor and recognize the veterans in the United States who have served in the military and remain role models to other citizens. Those who have served in the military have earned this right. The salute is a form of honor and respect representing pride in military service; veterans and service members continue representing the military services when not in uniform. Let's start saluting the flag. God Bless America.

Joseph W. Michalak

Nanuet

The writer is a U.S. Navy veteran.

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Let's start saluting the flag

U.S. veterans may now salute the flag, thanks to the efforts of U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Okla. Inhofe's Senate bill 1877 passed by unanimous consent, clarifying U.S. law to allow veterans and

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